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The plan documents the approach to satisfy policy requirements, optimize resources, and fill the need for a proposed acquisition.  \nExample  \nPurchases made by Project P&R will be executed through a UNL purchasing card or eSHOP. eSHOP is UNL’s electronic purchasing system that supports purchase visibility, efficiency, and compliance. eSHOP streamlines the ordering process with an electronic workflow that allows for transparency and provides approval for purchases before funds are committed. Financial Specialists will have final approval for all eSHOP purchases. A purchasing card will be utilized when a vendor is not available in eSHOP or ifthe purchase process needs to be expedited.  \n\n| WBS | Item | Description | Estimated Date | Actual Date | Cost |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 2.1 | Data Server | Data server for realtime collection and dissemination. | • Order: 09/30/2025\u003Cbr>• Shipped: 10/15/2025 | TBDQuote obtained | $ 30,000 |\n| 3.1 | Sensor\u003Cbr>Design | Sensors designed, produced, and shipped. | • Contract Executed:03/15/2025\u003Cbr>• Production: 09/30/2025\u003Cbr>• Shipped: 10/15/2025 | TBDQuote obtained | $ 11,790,000 |\n| 3.4 | On-line Learning\u003Cbr>Modules | On-line learning module design and launch. | • Contract Executed: 04/01/2025\u003Cbr>• Virtual Modules Created: 11/30/2025 | TBDQuote obtained | $ 40,000 |\n\n\n| UNL Procurement Thresholds |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Dollar Amount | Who can make the purchase |\n| $0- $4,999 | • Departments can make purchases (PM and applicable PI) |\n| $5,000- $9,999* | • Departments can make purchases but are encouraged to obtain competitive quotes\u003Cbr>• Quotes should be attached to purchase order in eSHOP/SAP\u003Cbr>• A purchase order in this dollar range will route through Procurement for approval |\n| $10,000* - $149,999 | • Departments contact Procurement Services with purchase need.\u003Cbr>• Procurement Services determines the best method for procurement:\u003Cbr>• Purchase Order (or);\u003Cbr>• Formal Bid\u003Cbr>• Competitive quotes are required\u003Cbr>• A purchase order in this dollar range will route through Procurement for approval |\n| $150,000 and greater | A PO in this dollar range is the result of a formal bidding process |\n\nTemplate [Copy and paste into your word document]  \nAcquisitions Plan  \nPurchases made by will be executed through a UNL purchasing card or eSHOP.  \neSHOP is UNL’s electronic purchasing system that supports purchase visibility, efficiency, and compliance. eSHOP streamlines the ordering process with an electronic workflow that allows for transparency and provides approval for purchases before funds are committed. Financial Specialists will have final approval for all eSHOP purchases. A purchasing card will be utilized when a vendor is not available in eSHOP or ifthe purchase process needs to be expedited.  \n\n| WBS | Item | Description | Estimated Date | Actual Date | Cost |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  |  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |  |  |  |\n\n\n| UNL Procurement Thresholds |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Dollar Amount | Who can make the purchase |\n| $0- $4,999 | • Departments can make purchases (PM and applicable PI) |\n| $5,000- $9,999* | • Departments can make purchases but are encouraged to obtain competitive quotes\u003Cbr>• Quotes should be attached to purchase order in eSHOP/SAP\u003Cbr>• A purchase order in this dollar range will route through Procurement for approval |\n| $10,000* - $149,999 | • Departments contact Procurement Services with purchase need.\u003Cbr>• Procurement Services determines the best method for procurement:\u003Cbr>• Purchase Order (or);\u003Cbr>• Formal Bid\u003Cbr>• Competitive quotes are required\u003Cbr>• A purchase order in this dollar range will route through Procurement for approval |\n| $150,000 and greater | A PO in this dollar range is the result of a formal bidding process |","cbCaitofNUwmpwXg","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitofNUwmpwXg","pdf",159984,"English","# Acquisitions Plan\n## Acquisition strategy and execution approach\n## Example WBS with estimated costs\n## UNL procurement thresholds and approval routing","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of an acquisitions plan in project management?\",\"answer\":\"An acquisitions plan outlines the strategy for managing and accomplishing an acquisition. 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